Top 10 Parsippany Stories Of 2021: Year In Review

PARSIPPANY, NJ — Congratulations on making it through the year! It wasn't an easy one for many around Parsippany, but making it through a year like 2021 is an accomplishment in itself.

Patch would like to thank you for your readership, tips, comments and contributions that helped community journalism thrive this past year. As we ready to turn the page, here were some of the top stories around Parsippany:

Teenage Girl Struck, Killed By Car On Route 80 In Parsippany

A 15-year-old girl ran on to the highway at 3:28 a.m. and was fatally struck, police said.

Wegmans Retail Plaza In Parsippany Sells For $46 Million

The sale included property for Panera Bread, Capital Grille and Seasons 52.

100 Hours Gone: NJ Teacher Fights To Vaccinate Vet Dad Who Has MS

A decorated veteran and beloved grandfather is battling multiple sclerosis and his family can't get him a COVID-19 vaccination appointment.

'Horrific Scene': 25 Cats Abandoned In Vacant Parsippany Home

They were stacked in cabinets and walking over filthy floors when Wise Animal Rescue found them.

'We're Not Racist': Inside An Embattled Parsippany Towing Company

The town cut ties with Ajaco Towing after a racial slur was caught on video. The company believes fuller context tells a different story.

Bars Sued For Alleged Role In Parsippany Crash That Killed Three

Two families of victims filed wrongful-death lawsuits against Iron Bar, Revolution Social Brew House and Horseshoe Tavern.

Seasons 52, Grill And Wine Bar, Opening In Parsippany

Seasons 52, which features an ever-changing menu, opens next Thursday on Route 10.

Parsippany Pays $1 Million To Settle Legal Battle With Ex-Cop

10 years after bringing a whistleblower claim, James Carifi received a letter in good standing, a retirement badge and retirement ID card.

Salads, Cookies, Italian Market Coming To Parsippany-Area Plaza

Briarcliff Commons has three new tenants preparing to open for business: Uncle Giuseppe's, Chopt and Clumbl Cookies

Man Loses Bet, Eats 22 Pancakes In 1 Sitting At Parsippany IHOP

Due to fantasy football, Abhi Shah had to spend 24 hours at IHOP, but could take off an hour for every two pancakes eaten.

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